We invite and welcome all nationalities to be part of this celebration and exploration of Colombian passions.

An event presented during the day and night to include a remarkable experience of music, food, market inspired stalls, dancers and top Exhibition of Melbourne Colombian artists.

Official Announcement:

Latin American communities throughout Victoria come together to celebrate in true Latin American passion, the country that is Colombia & to pay homage to a place that makes Latin America amazing.

Colombia declared independence from Spain in July 1810 and achieved it in 1819. Regional cultural traditions can be diverse; groups can be classified into six regions: amazonica, andina, caribe, insular, orinoquia and pacifica. Only during elections, sporting events, and beauty pageants do the regional cultures unite for a common goal or party ... or to celebrate the anniversary of independence from Spain!

A special festival style celebration at the convenient location of the Fitzroy Town Hall’ on July 22nd 2017 means all of Melbourne have the chance to be a part of this Latin American experience.

THE FESTIVAL INCLUDES:

COLOMBIAN ART EXHIBITION

Maria Pena

Jore Leiva

Katherine Gailer

Patricia Pena,

Aldric Eneriques

KIDS CORNER

Play, dance, draw and have fun!

LIVE

SANTA PACHA BENDITA

South american rock

LIVE

MARIACHI

The Lone Mariachi

COLOMBIAN PARADE

Afro Colombian Folk parade

SALSA ORQUESTA LA45

Performing a tribute to true Colombian Salsa!

Food is never far from anyone thoughts, especially when it comes to a Colombian celebration.

A wide range of Colombian cuisine rich in many flavours with many ingredients. Come and enjoy a delicious “Bandeja Paisa” (seasoned beans with pork & rice) or “Sancocho” , Empanadas, Arepas, Latin tapas and much more.

Adults will enjoy a traditional drink (Aguardiente) at “La Fonda” while listening to the finest Latin music.